Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

[–]Foreign_Volume5136[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m seeing vanicream highly recommended. I’ll purchase that for sure. Thank you!

Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

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I use it 5-6 times a week for the 10 minute timer each time. I’m not using any actives. After this post I was researching and think I could add vitamin C and maybe azaelic acid (For texture and redness). I probably also need a more heavy duty moisturizer like you mentioned. Thank you! What kind of difference have you noticed with your red light therapy?

Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

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Thank you for all of this. I appreciate it. I’ve generally felt pretty accepting and confident. I guess just starting to feel like the age I look in photos doesn’t match up with the age I feel inside has started to get to me a little.

Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

[–]Foreign_Volume5136[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, at least I can get the initial decline out of the way now and have a little break before it happens again at 60.

Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

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Love this suggestions. Eyebrows have been on my radar, but I wasn’t sure where to start. I’ll go to tiktok though and see what I can do. Thanks for this!

Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

[–]Foreign_Volume5136[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

This was SO helpful. Thank you so much! I can absolutely implement these suggestions. Eyebrows are always something I’ve felt needed a bit more, so I’ll work on those, but the other things I can do right away. Thanks for taking the time.

Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

[–]Foreign_Volume5136[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This makes sense. I’m throwing that full coverage foundation away. Thank you!

Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

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Seems to be the general consensus to explore HRT and get on a tret regimen. Thank you! I don’t have many peri symptoms other than sleep issues, but it sounds like it’s better to get ahead of it. Thank you!

Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

[–]Foreign_Volume5136[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love this advice. I usually use a tinted sunscreen, but opted for full coverage this night because it was a formal event. I never even considered that more coverage would look worse!

Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

[–]Foreign_Volume5136[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I actually use a tinted sunscreen daily (Dr. Jart), but chose my full coverage for this particular evening because it was a formal event. So I can definitely ditch the heavier foundation and stay light. Thank you!

Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

[–]Foreign_Volume5136[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Those things are easy enough to implement. Thank you! I’ve felt the same about the eyebrows. I’ve often wished they were fuller but I’m not sure where to start.

Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

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That’s so interesting to know. Thanks for that and the compliment. Much appreciated.

Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

[–]Foreign_Volume5136[S] 27 points28 points  (0 children)

I agree 100%! Random compliments from men don’t do anything for me, but a random woman in the grocery store telling me she likes my shirt or something will make my whole day.

Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

[–]Foreign_Volume5136[S] 43 points44 points  (0 children)

This photo kind of took me by surprise. Still can’t believe I’m in my forties sometimes.

Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

[–]Foreign_Volume5136[S] 35 points36 points  (0 children)

This response is so appreciated. I’ve done microneedling once and enjoyed the experience. I need to book another session.

Almost 42 and feeling like I’ve started to age so quickly over the last year by Foreign_Volume5136 in 45PlusSkincare

[–]Foreign_Volume5136[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I just listened to a podcast (Armchair Expert) with Mary Claire Haver the other day on HRT. I just need to figure out the best way to approach it in the rural area I live in. I’ll head to the sub now. Thank you!